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Aureus - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG ITALIAE; Italia
| Gold | 7.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-133 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand in address and holding scroll; facing him, Italia, standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; between them, altar; at foot of altar, bull.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVI AVG ITALIAE
Unabridged legend: Adventui Augusti Italiae.
Translation: Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Italy.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (ADVENTVI AVG ITALIAE; Italia) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the personification of Italy, known as Italia, seated on a rock, surrounded by various symbols and motifs that represent the richness and prosperity of the Roman Empire. This design was introduced by Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD, and was part of a broader effort to promote the ideals of Roman identity and unity throughout the empire.
